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With The Birds, Alfred Hitchcock and screenwriter Evan Hunter (better known as crime writer Ed McBain) remove the film of context the puzzling Whyness of what is happening is something that stands over the film with far more anxiety and unease than do any of the individual attacks. The film has a scene where everyone offers up an explanation they considering the Bomb and pollution but Hitchcock and Evan Hunter sit, neither confirming nor denying anything. The ending is perhaps one of the most famous anticlimaxes in film history and comes with a baffling perplexity after the intensively sustained onslaught of the previous night, hundreds of birds allow the humans to leave the farmhouse and simply sit and watch as they drive away. Alfred Hitchcock reportedly did film an ending but chose not to leave it in. As a result he has created a film that is not only removed of source and explanation but also of outcome rather than ending with the birds defeated or triumphant, the film now fades off on an anxiety-inducing state of ambiguity and dis-ease.
The Birds does not quite rank up among the real Alfred Hitchcock classics like Saboteur (1942), Lifeboat (1944), Rear Window (1954) or Psycho (1960) but is no less a great film for such. The bird attacks are mounted with superb artistry in the same clipped, droll and immaculately staged style we have come to know from Hitchcock. There is a terrifying sequence with Tippi Hedren trapped inside a phone-booth where Hitchcock places the camera inside the booth sharing the claustrophobia of the assault. The climactic siege of the farmhouse (which is the only connection to the slim 1952 Daphne Du Maurier short story that the film is based on) with Rod Taylor trying to barricade the house while fighting off frenzied avian suicide attacks or saving a mobbed Tippi Hedren from the attic contains some seat-edge suspense.
Like Psycho, The Birds has a lengthy preamble, where Hitchcock involves one in the unrelated day-to-day happenings of its characters before disorientatingly switching tracks to the main story. One is drawn into the silly, petty prank that Tippi Hedren plays on Rod Taylor and her sudden desire to follow him to Bodega Bay another of Hitchcocks characteristic long pursuit sequences but, as in Psycho and the long preamble involving Janet Leighs theft of the money and flight to the motel, this is only extended prologue to the main story. Hitchcock was playing with audiences expectation of films and pulling the rug out from under them way before anyone else ever was.
The casting of Tippi Hedren and Rod Taylor is an admirable pairing both play off each other with a sly, mocking charm. Poor optical work on the bird attacks does lend a certain artificiality to the film and some modern genre purveyors have downplayed the rest of the films excellence as a result. Saul Bass creates the finest of his famed credits sequences for Hitchcock one with animated black bird shapes frenziedly screeching across a white background while the credits form as piecemeal shapes around them. Despite the listing of Alfred Hitchcocks regular composer Bernard Herrmann as sound consultant, the film has no score.
The Birds was highly influential and served as the template for an entire subgenre of Natures Revenge films in the 1970s, including the likes of The Hellstrom Chronicle (1971), Frogs (1972), Night of the Lepus (1972), Chosen Survivors (1974), Killer Bees (1974), Phase IV (1974), Squirm (1976), The Food of the Gods (1976), Rattlers (1976), Day of the Animals (1977), Empire of the Ants (1977), Kingdom of the Spiders (1977), The Pack (1977), The Bees (1978), Long Weekend (1978), The Swarm (1978), Savage Harvest (1981) and others. In a move that must count as one of the most unnecessary sequels of all time, a sequel, The Birds II: Lands End (1994) was produced for cable tv. Even director Rick Rosenthal disowned this and had his name substituted by the generic Hollywood pseudonym Alan Smithee. A remake of The Birds has been announced at various points throughout the 2010s, purportedly to star Naomi Watts in the Tippi Hedren role.
The films Bodega Bay setting has been mentioned for other film settings, most notably in John Carpenters The Fog (1980) and Puppetmaster (1989), while homages can be found in other films like Resident Evil: Extinction (2007) and Birdemic: Shock and Terror (2008). The Birds was sent-up in Mel Brooks Hitchcock parody High Anxiety (1977), although the funniest Birds homage is the one that comes in Peter Greenaways The Falls (1980).
Alfred Hitchcocks other films of genre interest are: The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog (1927), Elstree Calling (1930), Shadow of a Doubt (1943), Rope (1948), Strangers on a Train (1951), Vertigo (1958), Psycho (1960) and Frenzy (1972). Hitchcock also produced, introduced and occasionally directed the anthology tv series Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955-62). Hitchcocks life is depicted in the films The Girl (2012) and Hitchcock (2012).
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bamboo as an integral element
I have so much to say about bamboo that I started a blog to accompany my initial research. The Summer of Bamboo is over now, but my work with bamboo continues—I love its linearity, its flexibility, its lightness, and impressive strength.
All those sayings—they're really true.

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Throughout my life, I have done things that were not in my own best interest. I have been prideful and made choices that ended up being wrong choices in the long run. When I have tried to control my world, I have chosen the wrong world to control.
I am reminded of the story of the young Samurai that wanted to become the greatest warrior that the world had ever seen. Since he was a boy, he had practiced and trained and prepared himself physically. Although he was a great fighter, he was still not the greatest. Even in his practice, he had weaknesses that could be exploited. His instructor sent him to the mountain-top to speak with the tea-master. The instructor told the young warrior that this man could provide the missing piece that would make him the greatest warrior the world had ever seen. So, the young warrior climbed the mountain, which took several days, carrying his sword and wearing his armor. Once the young warrior reached the top, he knocked on the door and waited for the tea master. As the master opened the door, the warrior began to explain his own greatness and how he was on a quest to be greater than all others. The tea master invited him in and they sat across from one another. The warrior continued to explain how much he knew to the tea master. Once he finally paused from speaking, the tea master carefully held back his own sleeve and began to pour the tea into the young man's cup. He poured slowly but continuously until the tea reached the top of the cup. He then kept pouring and the tea spilled over the top of the cup and onto the young man's leg. The warrior jumped up and yelled at the tea master. He asked what the tea master was doing. The tea master sat down the tea and looked at the warrior whose hand was on his sword and said, "Your cup is so full that you are not able to hold any more. When your cup is empty, I may fill it with the wisdom that you seek. Until then, you are too full to gain wisdom." At that, he sent the warrior away and asked him to return with an empty cup.
Just like this story, there have been so many times that I did things that were what my ego wanted, but were not what was right for me or in my best interest. I have wanted to be seen as a great entrepreneur or a great leader or an incredible speaker and have made choices that were directly opposite of what was in my best interest. I have done these things to satisfy my ego instead of walking the path that I should have with an empty cup. It is in the realization that I don't know what is in my best interest on my own that I am open to learning. It is in this giving up of my own ego-driven will that I am able to hear that inner voice that guides me.
Today, I shall walk through life with my cup empty. I shall be open to learning and to guidance. It is in wisdom that I find peace. It is in the truth that lives in me, separate from my ego, that I find what I have always been looking for. Will you be like the young warrior who couldn't learn because he perceived that he knew all that he needed, or will you approach life with an open mind, willing to learn and grow? Today, I lay down my pride and I learn. I realize that I do not perceive what is in my best interest and I am open to learn and to grow. Are you?
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The American Red Cross (ARC) announced an opening for an emergency program manager at their Portsmouth, Ohio, office in a recent job posting.
This position is responsible for the implementation of disaster services for the geographical assignment, dependent on the region. This involves leading a team of volunteers that will manage disaster preparedness, recovery and response programs in the locality. This position will also cooperate with governmental agencies through specific partnerships.
The person selected for this position will perform in the full disaster cycle from preparedness to response to recovery. This person will be expected to ensure that ARC service is available to diverse communities across the region, to manage local deployment of volunteers and to serve during a disaster or emergency situation.
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and a minimum of five years of working experience in social services, programs delivery or other related field in emergency management, and up to three years of management experience is preferred. Candidates should possess strong communication and analytical skills.
This position will be on-call on a 24-hour basis, especially during disasters and other emergency situations. The job may require basic ambulatory skills, and candidates will need to be physically able to stand, walk and manipulate moderately heavy items. Candidates should also have good hand-eye coordination and be able to operate equipment associated with this position.
Applicants should visit the ARC website to apply.


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Community Outreach for North Seattle
Employee Massage Days
Each year, we work with local employers in the North Seattle area to provide free Employee Massage Days. Our highly skilled staff are experts in kneading away aches, pains, and muscle tension that keep people from being their best.
Massage has been used all over the world to remove muscle tension and interference from the body. Our outreach program provides soothing massage therapy to local employees of selected companies, with no strings attached. It also allows us to fulfill our mission to help people in our community live healthier lives.
Convenient to Schedule
Our Employee Massage Days are easy to schedule—pick a date or two that works for you and contact our office.
We'll confirm the availability of our massage therapists and then get back to you. We'll send you a sign up sheet and a flyer to post in your office. Then, you can leave the rest up to us!
We know from experience that companies who use our free massage program enjoy this relaxing break in the work day and experience a more positive work environment.
Contact our office to today to learn more or to request a date. We look forward to hearing from you!


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Burbank is known as the Entertainment Capitol of the world. It boasts a wide range of economic opportunity and safe living. It's parks, shopping centers, shops, and businesses small and large offer plenty to do, see and enjoy. Spend the day with the family at the Burbank Town Center, where you can experience one of Los Angles County's most robust and culturally diverse food scenes! Watch the latest blockbusters at one of three AMC Theater locations totaling in 30 individual screens. Burbank is it's own school district and offers some of the most well rounded Arts, Science, and Math Programs in the Country. It's also home to Woodbury University, a private non-propfit, coeducational school offering a wide range of classes and career programs. We have our own Police and Fire Department with excellent community involvement, out reach, and response times. With Entertainment Studios located within the city limits such as NBC, Disney, Clear Channel, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, Warner Brothers and more, this is a town were career oriented professionals, small business owners, and working class people can find common ground in building a community! Be a part of a culturally diverse, friendly neighborhood that feel more like a small town than a big city. Be a part of the Burbank Family!
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Flowers can be delivered to FLAMINGO BEACH
Local Florist Flower Delivery to Flamingo Beach - 3851 - Victoria is Same Day Free Delivery.
Same Day cut-off time is 2pm - Monday to Friday for delivery to Flamingo Beach. Please order by 10am on Saturdays. We are sorry but do not deliver to Flamingo Beach on a Sundays.
We have a huge range of great flowers for sale for all occasions including birthday, funerals and sympathy flowers, get well boxed arrangements or just because you love someone or are thinking of them. Popular flowers, like red roses, lillies, gerberas & singapore orchids available throughout the year. Buy flowers, arrangments, boxed arrangements, bouquets, fruit baskets using our online ordering platform. You can add Teddy Bears, Alcohol, Chocolates or a vase to your flower purchase. send flowers to Flamingo Beach today.
For the Area of Flamingo Beach - 3851 - Victoria, we can deliver roses, bouquet, flower arrangements,fruit baskets, same day delivery.
Flowersales services the following surrounding areas:Dutson Florist Dutson Downs Flowers to Glomar Beach Golden Beach Florist Lake Wellington Flowers to Paradise Beach Seaspray Florist The Honeysuckles
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By Trend
Holding of the 55th World Boxing Council (WBC) Annual Convention in Baku will greatly contribute to the development of professional boxing in Azerbaijan, WBC, WBA and IBF World Champion Konstantin Tszyu told Trend on October 2.
He said that such events make it possible to attract the attention of young people to boxing.
Azerbaijan's capital, Baku, hosts the 55th WBC Annual Convention with participation of 164 member countries. The event, which is attended by more than 500 guests, will last until October 6.
Officials of WBC member countries, heads of federations, sport managers, former and current champions from the North and South America, Africa, Asia and Europe are participating in the event.
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From March 30th to April 2nd, Fabbri 1905 will be at Hotelex, one of the biggest events of the market.
HOTELEX is one of the largest and most prestigious exhibitions for the hospitality industry and it will be held from March 30th to April 2nd at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC).
Food & Beverage will be at the center of this important initiative with products for Gelato Maker, Pastry Chef and Bartenders who will be together in this event to celebrate innovation and excellence.
Fabbri 1905 will be present with a dedicated area and a selection of the best products for gelato makers, pastry chefs and bartenders, that will represent the core of the company: tradition and innovation.
Fabbri 1905 will also be present with an area dedicated to the Master Class, the International School of Gelato and Pastry Craft renowned all over the world, where it will be possible to attend demonstrations by professional gelato makers and pastry chefs who will show how to create excellent products.
HOTELEX is a unique event for hospitality and a unique opportunity to meet Fabbri and discover its continued commitment to offering the best taste experiences.
For more information please visit the official website of the event.
Participate in the international challenge and win the title of Fabbri Brand Ambassador 2016
Spherology won the The Innovation Prize Horeca 20155, in the Beverages category.
Warm up your winter with Fabbri Hot Drinks Recipes!
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By Vernon Robison
Moapa Valley Progress
Over the past few weeks, board members from the Moapa Valley Television District (MVTVD) have been busy making final adjustments to some newly installed equipment at the district's Beacon Hill facility just north of the I-15 exit 93 interchange.
The $26,000 installation of receiving antennas is the latest in a total of $180,000 of improvements to the MVTVD site over the past four years.
MVTVD officials say that the new antennas will improve reception of digital television signals coming from the Las Vegas valley which the district then re-broadcasts down into the low-lying areas of Moapa Valley for residents who would not otherwise be able to receive the signals.
"The key is to increase the rigidity of the receiving antenna," said MVTVD Board Chairman Daniel Pray. "The more rigid the structure, the less that the high winds up here will jiggle these antennas around. When you have movement of the antennas, with a digital signal, it will cause pixelation or the picture will freeze. These structures will decrease that problem measurably."
The new structure began construction at the end of the summer and was only recently completed. It includes 30 cubic yards of concrete which anchors the structure to the side of the rocky hill. The four arrays of receiving antennas are attached to 2 inch horizontal steel crosspoles which are held up by 3 inch vertical steel poles anchored into the concrete slab.
Each of the antenna arrays are specifically tuned to receive a different digital frequency which might contain up to three different channels of programming. These signals are then amplified with district equipment and re-broadcast digitally down into the valley to local homes.
The previous MVTVD receiving structure had much less stable anchoring and was located on the other side of the mountain from the main MVTVD site. The signal, once received, had to be sent along a cable strung out on the ground, over 2600 feet, to the main MVTVD facility. This distance also degraded the strength of the signal, Pray said. The new antenna is only about 50 feet away from the MVTVD building.
Pray said that the next step in the plans for the MVTVD site is the cleanup of the area. After the past four years of making updates and improvements to the equipment, there is a lot of old structures, equipment and cable lines that must now be removed from site.
Then the next goal will be to add more channels to the local lineup; including plans for a local access television channel, broadcasting local events, Pray said.
In 2008 MVTVD faced a dilemma. That year, federal legislation mandated that all primary broadcasters switch to a digital format. Under this mandate, the district, which was then broadcasting only seven relatively weak signals on old analog equipment, was faced with the choice of either disbanding or seeking a more stable source of funding in order to update its equipment.
In April 2008, the board approved a $24 annual service rate assessed through the property tax rolls.
Today, the district is re-broadcasting 21 stations of digital programming, six of which are in high definition format.


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Sunday, January 8, 2012
Clean Butternut Squash Cookies
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These sound amazing, I'm so trying them with almond/coconut flour! I will let you know how they turn out ;) Thanks for sharing!ReplyDelete
Yum! These sound great! I love sneaking veggies into my sweets!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJanuary 9, 2012 at 8:53 AM
These sound sooo good!!! I cannot use stevia, could you substitute the Stevia with honey or sucanat and it still taste good? They would still be clean :)Thanks!ReplyDelete
Wow, I can't wait to make these for the BF! While we were at Costco yesterday, he kept trying to put non Clean Eats in the cart and I kept making him put everything back. Then he said "So basically, if it tastes good, I can't have it?!" need to make these and show him clean eating can be tasty. How did you ever get Big B on board with clean eating?ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJanuary 9, 2012 at 9:43 AM
Yum. They carry precut bags of butternut squash...um, where have I been?? lolReplyDelete
Jovana- I just kind of made the switch to clean eating at home, so whenever I cooked, it was clean, and he ate it. When we first started he was pretty strict with me, but nowadays he strays often. I know when summer time comes he'll commit again to lean out. I would say just make the food, if he eats it great, if he hates it then oh well at least you are healthy! You can't really force it on someone, they have to want it for themselves.ReplyDelete
Heather- Yes! I get them at walmart and they come in a bag that you can just pop in the microwave and cook, so convenient!
I have all of the ingredients and I need to use up the butternut squash before my husband throws it away. How many cookies equal 1 serving?ReplyDeleteReplies
Hi Michelle, I don't count calories so I don't have the serving/nutritional info broken down, sorry!Delete
These are BOMB! I made them last week, and everyone (roommates, boyfriends, random passersby) LOVES them! A few thought they were gingerbread, so I didn't bother ruining it for them. ;) Thanks for sharing, as always!ReplyDelete
What did I do wrong?? Mine do not look anything like yours! They taste pretty good but they are very dark in color and they are not flat and "cookie" shape. They are kind of a odd, bumpy blob shape ;)ReplyDelete


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Viu Innocent Defendant ep5 now available to watch in Viu app or website
Viu has bought the broadcasting rights of popular Korean drama Innocent Defendant, so now you can watch all the episodes with English or Chinese subtitles. Innocent Defendant episode 5 can now be watched in the Viu app or website.
Ji Sung, Um Ki-joon and SNSD Yuri are playing the main leads in this TV drama.


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CR Strategy
Bellway has been building homes for more than 70 years and has grown from a small family business, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, to one of the largest volume house builders in the UK. Directly employing over 2,500 people, with thousands more working with Bellway as sub-contractors and with our supply chain partners, we have developed an in-depth understanding of the risks and opportunities that the construction industry creates.
Our detailed experience and knowledge gained over the past 70 years allows us to adapt to an ever changing construction environment, including:
- Existing and future building regulations and standards
- Skills shortages and an aging workforce
- Scarcity of raw materials
- Pressure on land availability
- Energy costs
- Climate change
Our CR Commitments
The Bellway4Good Steering Committee established a number of targets to be achieved in the 2016/17 financial year and our performance against these can be viewed this report.
For the coming 2017/18 financial year we have again set a range of CR targets CR targets, broken down into our three key areas:
We continue to develop internal policies and procedures to support our Bellway4Good activities and are continuing to identify CR opportunities and risks to help shape our approach.
CR Steering Committee
Our Bellway4Good Steering Committee meets quarterly to assess performance, to allocate resources and to provide feedback to stakeholders where required. The long term ambitions of the Steering Committee remain:
- To mitigate the potential negative impact our business has on the wider environment;
- To encourage a positive internal culture of engagement, innovation and pride in our workforce through increased interaction with employees;
- To encourage the alignment of business needs with responsible and ethical practices;
- To encourage engagement with a wide group of stakeholders;
- To realise commercial benefits from CR initiatives.


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Dissociating your Nokia Home allows you to remove it from your account. Once it is no longer linked to your account, it can be installed on another account.
Note that dissociating your Nokia Home will remove all CVR videos. We recommend you to save your videos before dissociating your device.
To dissociate your Nokia Home, perform the following steps:
- Open the Nokia Home app.
- Tap Settings.
- Tap Remove from my account.
- Tap OK.
- Perform a factory reset of your Nokia Home.
Performing a Factory Reset of Your Nokia Home
Factory resetting your Nokia Home allows you to delete all of the data stored on it. Factory resetting completes the dissociation process.
Note that resetting your Nokia Home will remove all CVR videos. We recommend you to save your videos before resetting your device.
- Unplug the power supply of your Nokia Home from the wall socket.
- Plug it back in.
- When your Nokia Home displays an orange light, repeat steps 1 and 2 four more times.
- After one minute, your Nokia Home should start blinking blue.
At this time, you can start the installation process for the Nokia Home.


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Valencia is a historical old city that is actually the capital of the Valencia region and is known for its architectural wonders and its great sense of culture as the area is a mix of Catalonian and Valencia spirit. It is the third largest city in Spain and sits directly on the Mediterranean Sea allowing for some amazing sandy beaches and plenty of warm temperate weather that makes it a favourite among holiday goers. Between its many festivals and its large array of attractions which include a giant park that runs through the city is a delight to tour during any time of the year.
Over the last decade the city has been the location of a major renovation the focus of which is the City of Arts and Science which is an architectural triumph by Santiago Calatrava that resembles the opera house of Sydney somewhat and is home to a large array of mini-attractions under its structured beams. The structure itself sits over the old path of the River Turia and is home to an IMAX cinema, Science Museum , Planetarium, Aquarium, and very soon also an Arts Museum allowing it easy to be a two to three day adventure for sight seers.
One of the unique aspects of Valencia is that the city itself is not actually built around the beaches despite its close proximity with most locals and tourists actually spending more time exploring the modern attractions and the historical heritage of the older districts. In fact, while there is a public transit system that allows visitors to easily get to the beaches, most people prefer to explore the city with the beach serving as a side event and something to see only if there is time. It's this captivation with beauty within the city that has helped keep it vibrant and alive.
One neighbourhood that represents the culture of Valencia quite well is the Barrio del Carmen which is located in the old centre of town and offers a diverse neighbourhood with sights and sounds that seem to abound from every direction. The area offers just about every walk of life and features plenty of unique boutique shops and outdoor cafes where you can sit down and simply soak in the city. It is also one of the most central nightlife districts making it a popular location at all hours of the day and one of the best locations in town for trying paella, the local cuisine flavour.
Those that want a taste of the more traditional Spanish night life instead of the tourist nightlife will want to head over towards the Plaza del Cedro where on the weekends you can find plenty of people enjoying the warm Mediterranean nights talking and drinking into the wee hours of the morning. Guitar playing and casual affairs are also popular out in the Plaza and the overall vibe is laid back and relaxing making it a great place to grab the spirit of choice in the city- Agua de Valencia- and simply relax. To explore beyond the historic city limits, there are plenty of companies offering car hire at Valencia Airport.


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DOJ: Louisiana too reliant on nursing facilities to care for people with mental illness
The DOJ's findings were shared with Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards
Louisiana residents with mental health disabilities are often forced to live in nursing facilities without a "meaningful choice" as to where they receive state-managed services, a new federal examination finds.
The report, published Wednesday by the Department of Justice, found that the state houses around 4,000 people with serious mental illnesses in nursing homes each year. These residents tended to be younger and stayed in the facilities for long periods of time, despite having low-care nursing needs when compared to "typical" skilled nursing residents, the DOJ said.
These residents could live in their own homes and communities and be served "more effectively and for less money," but Lousiana often leaves them without the choice to do so, the DOJ said. Many people who rely on state disabilities services are also unaware that they could choose community-based services, the report found.
A similar report was published by the DOJ in May, accusing South Dakota of relying too heavily on nursing facilities to serve people with disabilities.
Depriving Louisiana residents of that choice is a violation of the community integration mandate of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as the Supreme Court case Olmstead v. L.C., which gives people with disabilities the right to living in communities rather than nursing homes, according to report authors.
The DOJ's findings, which were shared in a letter to Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards (D), included the account of a man in his 60s who experienced a mental health crisis and was charged with abusing 911 after calling repeatedly about his blood pressure. The man was sent briefly to jail, then a state psychiatric hospital, and was eventually discharged to a nursing facility for people with serious mental illnesses.
"Six years later, the man remains in the same nursing facility, even though he desires to return to the community and could do so with proper physical and psychiatric supports," the report found.


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A journal of my sewing projects.
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About CinéFabrique
The CinéFabrique is a national film and multimedia school based in the Rhône-Alpes region. It opened on September 1st, 2015 -with thirty first- year students plus eight more in the Classe d'Orientation et de Prépation (C.O.P) – orientation and preparatory class.They were all selected among 400 applicants.The CinéFabrique is a free and regionally well-implanted Grande école offering initial training. Thanks to our convention with Université Lumière Lyon 2, the training is attested by state degrees such as Diplôme Universitaire (university diploma) and Licence Professionnelle (professional bachelor's degree), concurrent with the degree issued by the school. The CinéFabrique is supported by the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, the Centre National de la Cinématographie, and also by SACD (Société des Auteurs et Compositeurs Dramatiques / society of drama authors and composers), SCAM (Société civile des auteurs multimedia / civil society of multimedia author)s, Neuflize OBC foundation, Fondation de France, AFDAS (Assurance Formation des Activités du Spectacle / Assurance for the training of performing arts), and CPNEF audiovisuel (Commission Paritaire Nationale Emploi et Formation / national parity commission for employment and training).
The CinéFabrique is an art school that has opted for professionalizing teachings, which explains why the school has implemented of a 3rd-year cooperative education programme. The educational project was designed by film, audiovisual, and multimedia professionals.
The CinéFabrique site is based in Lyon 9.
A free first cycle national school that primarily recruits high-school- graduated pupils aged 18 to 25, although special dispensations are possible.
Studies are attested by a qualifying degree thanks to the school's partnership with Université Lumière Lyon 2. The cooperative education programme provided throughout the 4th year of training favours close connections with corporates of the field.
Our missions consist in:
Ensuring that every group of 30 students (equal number of men and women) gets a high-level artistic and technical training, in a real social diversity environment. Bringing to the foreground new region-born writings and artistic practices that could feed on new approaches and influences. Providing a 3-year training in connection to school projects, oscillating between theoretical learning, on the one hand, and filmmaking and the
fulfilment of audiovisual projects, on the other hand. Establishing the school deeply in the region while giving it a national and international stature by leaning strongly on local partners such as the Rhônes-Alpes Cinéma, the Institut Lumière, Ecole de la Comédie in Saint- Etienne (Saint-Etienne-located national drama school), ENSATT (Ecole nationale supérieure des arts et techniques du théâtre / national school of performing arts l'ENSATT… Providing a comprehensive and multidisciplinary training that involves new media and favours synergies between various artistic practices. Supporting the transition of students from school to work by connecting them with a network of professional partners.


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March 19, 2014 Benny's Moving and Storage opens New Hampshire Office
Benny's Moving and Storage opens New Hampshire Office
March 2014—Benny's Moving and Storage opens New Hampshire Office!
Benny's Moving and Storage announces the opening of its new office in Nashua, NH, at
1 Tara Boulevard, Suite 200
Nashua, NH 03062
David Abott, CEO of Benny's Moving and Storage said, "our recent expansion will allow us to offer all premier moving services to the residents of Nashua and other New England cities." Professional moving services will include local moving within New Hampshire and long distance moves out of New Hampshire to Boston, or to anywhere within the continental United States
Benny's Moving and Storage offers professional furniture wrapping and full service packing; as much or as little as you need. They can pack up your entire household or specialize in any room of your choice, such as your kitchen or recreation room. They can provide all necessary packing materials; including boxes, tape, tissue, and shrink wrap. In addition, they have sized mattress covers and customized furniture covers. All of your furniture will be wrapped in moving pads and carefully conveyed to your new home.
Besides residential moves, the New Hampshire location will offer corporate relocation services and small or large office moves. They can dismantle cubicles, computer stations, and professionally pack and move filing systems and office furniture. Imagine walking into your new office and having all of your work stations set up and ready to go!
Benny's Moving and Storage New Hampshire movers is backed by more than 20 years of moving experience that goes into every job we do. From the initial contact with your customer service representative, we will walk you through the entire moving process, answer all of your questions and make recommendations that are personalized for your move and will ultimately save you time and money.
Benny's Moving and Storage is proud to become a presence in the Nashua area and looks forward to doing business in the New Hampshire marketplace. Let us be your guide to the easiest most successful move of your lifetime.
We hope this information is helpful and if you are looking for moving company in New Hampshire please call Benny's Moving and Storage New Hampshire at 1-603-324-7145


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Light and Leaves
September 26, 2016 - The up close world of a pointed purple flower surrounded by green leaves that are glowing in the mid-day sun. Water drop...Read the Full Post »
August 23, 2016 - Deep green veins on pale green Maple leaves, peek out from underneath the dense canopy into the sunlight of a summer day...Read the Full Post »
Pink and Green
July 10, 2016 - A small Hydrangea plant that graces the front of my mother-in-law Mary's home. The plant is just to the right of the...Read the Full Post »
Green Life Light
April 11, 2016 - After a winter of gray skies and bare-limbed trees, the newly sprouted green leaves, shimmering in the mid-day spring su...Read the Full Post »
Pine Needle Path
November 19, 2015 - As we explored the miles of paths in the Sea Pines Forest Preserve, I kept noticing the carpet of long pine needles unde...Read the Full Post »
Lake Trail Color
October 17, 2015 - One of my favorite places to walk. Abraham Lincoln Memorial Garden along the shore of Lake Springfield in Springfield, I...Read the Full Post »
Autumn Blaze
October 16, 2015 - Fall leaves in full color at the Abraham Lincoln Memorial GardenRead the Full Post »
Autumn Wind
October 15, 2015 - Maple leaves with their Fall colors fresh, flutter in the strong winds of a clear Autumn afternoon.Read the Full Post »
Light Works
September 02, 2015 - Hot and humid, I went walking in any case. I did cut my trek short, as I felt I must. Along the way, I heard the bees,...Read the Full Post »
August 19, 2015 - Shades of green stripes as the sun and shadows play across these broad leaves in the late afternoon. Part of the Botani...Read the Full Post »
Winter Triptych
January 28, 2015 - A trio of winter scenes. Ice in two of the images, barren brush in the top.Read the Full Post »
Seasonal Mix
January 09, 2015 - The best camera is the one in your hand. In this case, my cell phone. This autumn leaf, dancing in the below zero F win...Read the Full Post »
Winter Cypress
January 02, 2015 - A swamp-like area of Lake Springfield in Lincoln Memorial Garden, where the Cypress stand and their root knees push up f...Read the Full Post »
Almost Winter
December 20, 2014 - A view of the forest and creek that winds through it at Lincoln Memorial Garden, as autumn turns towards the long winter...Read the Full Post »
Carillon in Autumn
December 12, 2014 - Taller than the tallest trees in Washington Park, the Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon stands out among the mostly leafless...Read the Full Post »
Life Hangs On
December 05, 2014 - Clinging on for dear life. Neither Spanish nor a Moss, this "Spanish Moss" is just an interesting type of plant that ge...Read the Full Post »
Peeking Sunset
November 28, 2014 - Sunset on Pinckney Island National Wildlife Reserve. Peeking underneath the low Live Oak branches, this sunset streams t...Read the Full Post »
Sunset Moss Road
November 26, 2014 - Sunset lights up the "Spanish Moss" on the Oaks that line this trail road on Pinckney Island National Wildlife Reserve....Read the Full Post »
Pinckney Dock Sunset
November 25, 2014 - Just past sunset, at low tide, peeking out from under the low hanging limbs of an Oak on the shore, I got this glimpse o...Read the Full Post »
A Touch Of Red
November 16, 2014 - The lone red leaf stands apart from its green brethren as sunset fires through. In the forest at last light of day, the...Read the Full Post »
Sunset Forest Glow
November 16, 2014 - At the end of the day, with about 45 minutes left until our next appointment, Karen and I went for a walk in the Audubon...Read the Full Post »
Moss Path
November 13, 2014 - The moss hanging from the oaks along one path in the Savannah Wildlife Reserve. The light was just right.Read the Full Post »
Moss Reflection
November 09, 2014 - One of the many peaceful spots in Sea Pines Forest Preserve, a 600 acre section of historic lands that are preserved on...Read the Full Post »
Canal Woods
November 06, 2014 - The Savannah-Ogeechee Canal was once a 16+ miles long waterway that allowed remote farms and plantations access to the p...Read the Full Post »
October 31, 2014 - Autumn is in full color among the leaves of the trees. Here, reds, oranges and bits of yellow blaze with fire of the com...Read the Full Post »
Life Goes On
October 28, 2014 - The tree limbs were full of these seed pods, ready to drop in search of carrying on with the cycle of life. Against a b...Read the Full Post »
Light Among the Leaves
October 27, 2014 - The sun shines through the forests canopy of leaves onto the carpet of more leaves as the sentinel tree stands with its...Read the Full Post »
Forest Gray
October 21, 2014 - In answering a challenge from friend and fellow photographer, Katya Horner, I will be posting a black and white photogra...Read the Full Post »
Turning Leaves
October 05, 2014 - The texture and the way the light highlights the veins of these leaves caught my eye. Light and shadows hint at the com...Read the Full Post »
Pink and Green
September 06, 2014 - A Hardy Hibiscus in my brother Larry's garden. Such a soft pink among the deep greens. Soothing to the eyes and spirit...Read the Full Post »
Spotlight on Lavender
August 24, 2014 - A peek into the small world of flowers. These lavender flowers had the spotlight of the sun on them as they spread thei...Read the Full Post »
Reds in Sunshine
August 23, 2014 - The texture and play of light on the reds of this tropical leaf shouted out at me. I took several photographs from diff...Read the Full Post »
Reach Up
August 13, 2014 - Reaching up to the sky, this Southern Pine tree has to ascend a fare piece so that its leaves can soak up the sun. The...Read the Full Post »
Pink Peeking
August 01, 2014 - I tried to keep up with the names of the various plants as I went through the tropical displays at Callaway Gardens. It...Read the Full Post »
Patterns and Nature
July 04, 2014 - The quiet prodding of the rock garden patterns in the Japanese Garden, part of the Missouri Botanical GardenRead the Full Post »
June 04, 2014 - One reason that Japanese gardens have been sculpted for centuries by artisans is to create a place for contemplation, fo...Read the Full Post »
Sun Catchers
May 28, 2014 - The sunlight cast these blossoms aglow and stopped me in my tracks. Sun catchers caught my eye. Spring is a beautiful...Read the Full Post »
Forest Shade
May 26, 2014 - The woods are in full shades of spring green, the trees are full of leaves and seeds. Here, the sunlight hits the canop...Read the Full Post »
May 24, 2014 - Life passes by so quickly. It takes concentrated effort to notice, to see beyond the blurred landscape and ghostly figur...Read the Full Post »
Seasons on the River
April 24, 2014 - Everything but the snow is in this image. There's new growth on the trees, the season of spring's gift of a canopy of gr...Read the Full Post »
New Growth
April 09, 2014 - New green shoots from the branch of a garden tree. A sure sign that spring has sprung.Read the Full Post »
Water Patterns
March 14, 2014 - After a rainfall, the shining beads of water on these leaves contrasts nicely with the patterns in each leaf.Read the Full Post »
Stand For Those Fallen
January 28, 2014 - The title came to me after I sat with the image for a while. Sometimes a title for a photograph comes to me as soon a...Read the Full Post »
December 20, 2013 - This scene is downstream from Minnehaha Falls, part of Minnehaha Park, found on the banks of the Mississippi River in Mi...Read the Full Post »
December 18, 2013 - A twisted limb-scape of a Japanese Maple in the Japanese Garden section of the Norfolk Botanical GardenRead the Full Post »
Pine Bark Road
December 17, 2013 - As is my habit, ingrained over many years now, I tend to look in every direction when out on a walk with my camera. Left...Read the Full Post »
Poison Vine
November 25, 2013 - This stuff certainly gets around. Poison Ivy, its leaves turning a bright orange, clings and climbs this tall Palm tree...Read the Full Post »
Autumn Beach Leaf
November 10, 2013 - At the end of walking the three mile length of the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, I stopped short at seeing this autumn-color...Read the Full Post »
November 07, 2013 - Afternoon sunlight creates deep shadows and bright colors in the forest of Abraham Lincoln Memorial Garden.Read the Full Post »
To The River
November 05, 2013 - One of the many sources that feed the mighty Mississippi River, this is Minnehaha Creek, just down from Minnehaha Falls.Read the Full Post »
Glorious Autumn Trail
November 03, 2013 - The strong shadows and the Autumn-colored trees caught me and wouldn't let go before I had grabbed them with my camera....Read the Full Post »
Down to Earth
October 29, 2013 - This bright Maple leaf was all alone on the trail. It drew my eye and my legs to a stop. The brilliant colors of Autumn...Read the Full Post »
Floating Maple
October 27, 2013 - Haiku on this scene found in the forest of the Abraham Lincoln Memorial Garden: Walking in Autumn I see leaves floatin...Read the Full Post »
Windy Shore
October 24, 2013 - I hesitated only a bit before deciding to take my exercise outdoors today. Just a wee bit cold out there. It was not mu...Read the Full Post »
There's Something About Water
October 23, 2013 - This afternoon, I was seeing this view of Lake Decatur for several hours. The birds, including Pelicans, kept flying ove...Read the Full Post »
I Owe Everything
October 21, 2013 - "To this place and the kindness of these people, I owe everything." - Abraham Lincoln, from his Farewell Address to the...Read the Full Post »
A Slow Fall
October 18, 2013 - Bright colorful leaves have finally appeared, mostly against a still predominant green. Autumn has been slow to arrive...Read the Full Post »
Bright Leaf
October 15, 2013 - With every step I take, there's something waiting for me to come and see it. All it takes is eyes to see with. This Red...Read the Full Post »
A House Divided
October 14, 2013 - "A House Divided Against Itself Cannot Stand" - Abraham Lincoln in his acceptance speech upon being nominated for an ult...Read the Full Post »
Everything Changes
October 13, 2013 - There's still a lot of green in the woods, but there were some blazes of Autumn, lit up by the sunset. I was walking...Read the Full Post »
Two of Three
October 12, 2013 - I was at the end of my trek around the entirely of Lincoln Memorial Garden and the connected Ostermeier Prairie Center....Read the Full Post »
Sharing the Trail
October 09, 2013 - Three deer (the 3rd is hidden behind the one in the background), shared the end of our walk on the trails at Abraham Lin...Read the Full Post »
Afternoon Trail
October 08, 2013 - The Autumnal change of color is just beginning. Karen and I went for a walk through Abraham Lincoln Memorial Garden....Read the Full Post »
Autumn Reflection
October 07, 2013 - I could have left the photo go, it was dark. My exposure was off. I didn't do that. I pulled out the colors that were...Read the Full Post »
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Released: 23rd February 2015 | 4 track techno ep
A fan of limitations, The Maghreban took multi samples from his Casio MT-70 keyboard and used only them to make this EP whilst on holiday in North Wales last year.
Most of the tracks were made whilst staying at Portmeirion, the strange resort where The Prisoner was filmed in the late 60s. The Maghreban is a fan.
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Important Insights about Yale-SOM
The Yale SOM core curriculum is unique in how it connects the pieces of a business school education into a meaningful whole. Courses include the fundamentals, such as CAPM and net present value; however, the first-year courses are carefully planned to create an understanding of the entire organization, eventually building to address business's impact on society. Unlimited elective choice throughout Yale University enables students to pursue intellectual interests and develop habits of inquiry and analysis that will benefit them as leaders. The curriculum also equips students with a global approach to problem solving, evident in the presence of international students, strong emphasis on students' travel abroad, and international raw-case examples. The global nature manifests in all spheres of the SOM experience.
Leadership development is essential to the SOM Curriculum. The courses are rooted in equipping students with a personal knowledge of strengths and weaknesses, emotional intelligence, managing and delivering feedback, diversity, organizational design and culture, as well as civic engagement and community building. All of these competencies are continuously reinforced in the structure of the curriculum.
Yale SOM doesn't have concentrations. Students have the flexibility to select from the vast array of electives around Corporate Strategy, Technology, Finance, Impact Investing, Sustainability, Corporate Governance, and more. In addition, SOM is well integrated with the larger University and students can leverage the course offerings at Yale's other graduate and professional schools. In fact, more than 15% of SOM students are pursuing dual degrees.
Yale SOM uses a 'raw case method' which is vastly different from a "cooked case," which consolidates a business scenario into a 10-page narrative focused on a specific learning outcome. In the raw-case method, students are presented with a particular issues and have to research and analyze disaggregate pieces of information from vastly different sources to develop strategic action. The raw-case curriculum is critical because it best prepares students for work in industry post-business school.
Yale SOM offers many opportunities to engage with classmates outside of academics. Hockey is especially popular because SOM boasts a strong Canadian community and the hockey rink is within close proximity of Evans Hall. If hockey isn't your forte, perhaps you'll find solace with SOM United Soccer. It's the unifying sport that brings the international communities together. SOM extracurriculars are also more than sports. SOM boasts a strong, supportive women's network that has countless male allies. Women In Management (WIM) successfully engages women's support groups, like Yale Law Women, to promote and bring awareness to topics relating to gender equity and the advancement of women.
Yale SOM, along with students from across the university, holds several student-run industry conferences. The conferences offer a wide array of leadership opportunities and serve as an integral part of the student experience. Hosted with students from the School of Public Health and the School of Medicine, the 2016 Yale Healthcare Conference theme was "Creating Value and Sustaining Gains: The Next Decade in Healthcare." Breakout sessions covered new payment models, pharmaceutical prices, and how to disrupt the arrested ecosystem of providers, patients, manufacturers, and distributors. SOM also has an amazing Education Leadership Conference which brings together teachers, parents, community members and education pioneers who have dedicated their lives to the advancement of students. Sondra Samuels, President and CEO of the Northside Achievement Zone, was the keynote speaker for the 2016 conference themed "Defining Success: Understanding Our Aspirations for Students." Yale Africa Business Practicum (ABP) is an annual Africa-focused symposium that brings together scholars, students, and professionals discuss the business challenges and opportunities. Using a case-based approach, randomly-assigned teams develop and discuss potential solutions with industry experts, faculty, and Yale World Fellows.
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text: HomeOverseas property for sale Property Details Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Features Great location Close to beach Close to town Sea Views Full Description Here we have an exciting new development of modern high quality detached villas, with private garages and optional private pools, close to the stunning beaches and amenities of Los Alcazares.This exciting new development comprises of 22 properties in a great sea side location. All properties have a spacious 110m2 of enclosed area with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a private garage. The accommodation comprises of a large open plan kitchen/dining and living area with large patio doors opening to the garden and pool area. At the rear there is one guest bedroom and shared bathroom that has double doors making the bedroom en suite. There is a good sized under stairs storage room with access to further storage in the 1.5m void underneath the house – we also have an option to include a basement. The first floor at the rear there is another smallish guest bedroom that has a terrace (this could incorporated into the house making a larger room). The master is to the front and is spacious with lots of build in storage and patio doors leading to a large terrace which has a build in sail canopy for shade. The south side units do have sea views from this terrace. We have multiple options to personalise these villas, with optional solariums, basements and choice of finishes.Fully equipped properties with Hot and Cold A/C ducted throughout, interior and exterior lighting, all white goods in the kitchen and bathroom furniture.Conveniently located within a short walk of Los Alcazares amenities, beaches and all services, with Murcia airport just a short 5 minute drive away.Priced from €242,000 – Optional private pool €9000.Camerons are specialists in new property sales in the Murcia, Mar Menor and Costa Blanca areas of Spain. We have hand picked the best brand new 'Key-Ready' options, Under-Construction' developments as well as different 'Design-and-Build' opportunities. Camerons are full AIPP members, as such our professional personal service is totally confidential and our staff in the UK and Spain are at your service to guide you throughout the buying process. We can also help arrange airport collection and accommodation whilst ensuring your viewing experience is totally 'hassle free'. Once you have completed your purchase, our services do not stop there, buying the property is the easy part! Becoming comfortable and settled in your new home is key to a successful purchase. Camerons can assist in all matters including and not limited to: A/C Installation, Alarms, Banking, Car Hire, Currency Exchange, Decorating and Interior Design, Furniture (Individual items to Full Packages), Insurances, Internet and Communications, Solicitors for Tax/Inheritance Advice and Book keeping. We believe there has never been a better time to buy in Spain, so please don't hesitate contacting our professional team to see how we can best assist you. We look forward to working with you soon. more Make an enquiry This property listing (ref: saldado villas) is an advertisement supplied by Camerons Property Services and does not constitute property particulars. While aplaceinthesun.com (APITS Ltd.) requests all advertisers supply correct details, it does not carry out checks on the information supplied and cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies. Aplaceinthesun.com recommends seeking independent legal advice prior to any overseas property purchase.


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|9,000 sq ft
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HUGE MAY SPECIAL: 30% off=$2,065/night plus taxes vs. $2,950/night plus taxes. Available May 6-25.
Located in the dynamic hillside community of Pedregal, Casa Esperanza is a newly constructed 7 bedroom luxury vacation rental with accommodations for 18, and up to 24 in sofa beds. Unlike most other villas in Pedregal, Esperanza has direct walking access to the beachfront, a feature that is rare in this steep hillside area. And, while maintaining an exceptional level of privacy, it's just five minutes from the heart of downtown Cabo San Lucas.
Whether you're looking for a secluded place to sit and read, or a spacious environment for a full group hangout, Esperanza has the spot for you. The main living area is massive, and the domed brick-ceiling and numerous windowed openings give it an even grander feel. When the doors are open, the space is filled with fresh ocean breeze and natural sunlight and the line between inside and out is delightfully blurry. The lounge area has a plush "L" shaped couch and a couple leather arm chairs facing the dynamic ocean view. The kitchen features high-end stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a social breakfast bar that helps unify the entire open concept atmosphere. The formal dining table has space for ten and resides beneath its own brick copula and an elegant chandelier.
Inside Esperanza's walls you'll find plenty to keep you busy and entertained, like Satellite television, a Sonos sound system, and Wi-Fi. On the terrace there's an amazing infinity pool and hot tub combination, great for relaxing while looking out upon the ocean view. You'll also find sun loungers and 2 fire pits on the balcony.
Included in the rate, you will also be able to enjoy the Pedregal Spa and use of Pedregal's tennis courts at no charge to you. The Spa includes an excellent gym overlooking the Pacific, a pool with bar service, and spa services should you not want to have spa services brought to the villa. Both the Spa and tennis courts are near Casa Esperanza.
A great way to see Cabo's dynamic landscapes is from the sea, and Cabo's marina is the perfect place to charter a tourist or fishing boat for an afternoon of exploring. If there's a golfer in your group, Cabo del Sol Golf Course is another scenic option. And, for delicious beachfront dining, boutique shopping, and an exciting nightlife, Cabo San Lucas can't be beat.
My name is Doug Schneider. I live in Newport Beach, CA, and am in Los Cabos every month because of various interests. I know the Cabo scene very, very well and can help you with any questions you have, and for everything from restaurants to fishing/yachting charters, where to golf, etc. I have been in the hospitality business in Los Cabos for 9 years. In addition to Casa Esperanza, I own Casa La Laguna, which is a full service, 6 bedroom villa ON the beach at adjacent to the Puerto Los Cabos marina, which includes a spa, media room, gym, two level pool with 15 foot slide, etc., etc.; beachfrontcabo.....
I look forward to hosting your next villa trip to Los Cabos!
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Los Cabos is absolutely spectacular. The beach and ocean views from Casa Esperanza are incredible, and you can walk to the beach unlike most Pedregal villas. Plus we offer access to the Pedregal Spa and Gym at no cost to you, both nearby the villa. The night life is great, and the cuisine is absolutely world class.
The view from the living room is spectacular. It has floor to ceiling windows that over look the ocean. You are a short 5 minute walk to a private beach. The decor and furnishings have been recently refurbished after a recent trip by the owner to Guadalajara. You couldn't ask for anything more in a Cabo view villa. It is truly breathtaking and magical.
Lovely trip all around and house can accommodate a large group, highly recommend
The house was incredible and veiws spectacular. The house staff were top tier with the chef service making breakfast daily- set up to clean up- these guys were great. A group of 11 of us stayed the week and everyone raved how great the house was. We would stay here again. Everything was first class.
Two suggestions for improvement- the addition of a "bug zapper" in living room area would be helpful. The flies that got into house were aggressive in landing on everything. The addition of a nice telescope to observe the ships going by would be a nice touch.
All in all, a great experience. Highly recommend!!!
When looking for a Cabo VRBO to accommodate 16 people we looked at several properties, and read all the reviews. Villa Esperanza had one review that said "There IS NOT a better house to stay at. Stop looking and just book this one". We whole-heartedly agree. The Villa is immaculate, and perfectly situated in the community of Pedregal. We walked to the beach daily, and walked to the Marina several times. The staff went above and beyond in preparing for our visit, and during our stay. The daily house keepers were lovely and ensured we had fresh rooms and a clean Villa daily, and they were there all day taking care of the property. While there are plenty of great restaurants close by, I encourage anyone staying at the Villa to have a few dinners or meals in house. Gustavo, Sammy and Tony were fantastic to have for Brunch every day, and our three dinners during the week. The food was spectacular and they took care of our every request. We fished one day and called at 2:00 and they were able to come in unscheduled to cook a fresh fish dinner. Great people.
For our family this was a fantastic opportunity to have everyone together in first class accommodations, with a world-class staff to take care of everything we required. Thank you.
We had 17 people for a 40th birthday trip and we couldn't have asked for anything better. The house was beautiful and the service and staff were amazing. The food was spectacular. The staff was very attentive and met all of our needs. The house was perfect for all of us adults and we all had our own space. We will definitely be planning another trip to this home!
This house is perfect!! Julio is the bomb! We will be back for year 3!
We had 18 adults and 2 small children join us at Villa Esperanza for a 5 day celebration of our wedding. The house is amazing and everyone loved to views of the Pacific, the access to the beach, the pool, the spacious bedrooms and especially the wonderful staff. Julio and his team were terrific and they made the experience very special. Breakfast was always great and the dinners were very special. Our wedding dinner was excellent as were the coordination of pre and post wedding activities!!
Free Chef service for breakfast or lunch with any regular priced stay.


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Filed under: Editorials | Tags: a super máquina, anastasia barbieri, azza yousif, cédric buchet, diego da silva, karim rahman, karmen pedaru, knight rider, mayako sasaki, queen of spade, vogue portugal
What would summer be without reruns? In a word, cruel. That could well be a motivating thought behind the decision by Vogue Portugal's editor in chief Paula Mateus to reprint Karmen Pedaru's Cédric Buchet editorial from Vogue Paris juin / juilett 2011 as her magazine's August 2011 cover story. As much as readers would no doubt appreciate a new Karmen Pedaru cover story I reckon few will disparage this particular reprint, which counts as the Estonian's first ever for the storied Condé Nast franchise. If you can't catch A Super Máquina on TV this summer, then you certainly could do worse than cop Karmen Pedaru's Vogue Portugal cover issue.
Credits include: Publication, Vogue Portugal Agosto 2011; Photography, Cédric Buchet; Fashion editor, Anastasia Barbieri; Hair, Diego da Silva; Makeup, Karim Rahman for L'Oréal Paris; Production, Queen of Spade; Fashion assistance, Azza Yousif, Mayako Sasaki.
Filed under: Editorials | Tags: anastasia barbieri, cédric buchet, diego da silva, karim rahman, karmen pedaru, parids bleu, queen of spade, vogue paris
This just in…interweb steals print's thunder! Well, OK, there's not even a shred of a story in an opener that could only be less breaking were it a hardboiled egg covered in bubble wrap inside of a bouncy castle in low earth orbit. This is of course an elaborate way saying that a Vogue Paris juin / juillet 2011 editorial featuring Ford's Karmen Pedaru photographed by Cédric Buchet surfaced, get this, on a message board (the temerity!) before the actual issue was en le kiosque le 26 mai. Then again, I for one am not going to look this digital gift horse in the kisser so long as it is serving up Greek delicacies such as this Anastasia Barbieri-styled story titled "Bleu paradis." The editorial opens with the Estonian wearing a one-piece strapless swimsuit in draped stretch microfiber by Norma Kamali. Complementing the swimsuit are hoops and necklace by Vestaleo and cuffs made from hammered brass and gilded with fine gold from the Ruban collection by Hervé Van Der Straeten. The paradisal blue theme culminates with Karmen wearing a blue tunic and long pleated skirt by Haider Ackermann, gold belt and gladiator sandals in gold and leather by Salvatore Ferragamo, and various bling by Bulgari, Lydia Courteille, and Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. When all is said and done, oh, and reblogged, the interweb can have its thunder so long as the lightning is all Karmen Pedaru's.
Credits include: Publication, Vogue Paris N°918 juin / juillet 2011; Title, "Paridis bleu"; Photography, Cédric Buchet; Fashion editor, Anastasia Barbieri; Hair, Diego da Silva; Makeup, Karim Rahman for L'Oréal Paris; Production, Queen of Spade; Fashion assistance, Azza Yousif, Mayako Sasaki; Image source, Fashion Screen.
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Ford's Karmen Pedaru features in an eight page story in Numéro October 2010 photographed by Richard Bush with styling by Charles Varenne. Titled "Etat d'âme" or literally state of mind these portraits of Karmen might better be described by the expression "Etats d'âme" or states of mind for the sheer versatility of looks presented. Varenne's crisp styling is accentuated to tremendous effect by makeup artist Francelle and hair stylist Diego Da Silva. For this excellent Estonian the ability to change her look in such a dramatic fashion and effortlessly so is hardly surprising even if you gave only a passing glance to the S/S 11 show season. Upon further scrutiny it emerges that in New York, Milan, and Paris Karmen walked in a combined fifty-seven shows, opening three, and closing eight. Which is also another way to say modeling divergent ensembles such as a minimalist three-piece, double-faced cotton suit by Akris or neo-flapper silk embroidered dress by Dior is all in a day's work. And so it seems rather appropriate, then that the tattoo on Karmen's inner left bicep should quote the opening lines of Nirvana's "Come as You Are":
Come as you are
As you were
As I want you to be…
Malleable, mutable, and no matter the state of mind it is Karmen Pedaru through and through.
Credits include: Publication, Numéro Oct. 2010; Title, "Etat d'âme"; Photographer, Richard Bush; Fashion editor, Charles Varenne; Makeup, Francelle for NARS Cosmetics at Art + Commerce; Hair, Diego Da Silva at Tim Howard Management; Manicure, Rica Romain for Zoya at See Management; Numérique, Joe Gunn; Retouching, Love Retouch; Fashion assistant, Vanessa Metz.


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The Healthy Hearts programme provides supervised sessions and health education for people who are at relatively high risk of suffering coronary heart disease, becoming obese, developing diabetes, or any other condition that would benefit from supervised exercise programmes.
The programme is delivered by Rivers qualified gym instructors and complements the existing Phase 3 & 4 Cardiac Rehab programmes, which are delivered by Evesham Vale Cardiac Rehab.
Your GP may refer you onto the scheme if:
The Healthy Hearts programme is only open to those who have been referred by a health professional or have completed a Phase 4 Cardiac Rehab programme.
Increasing the amount of physical activity you do can make enormous improvements to your health, wellbeing and lifestyle. A physically active lifestyle has been proved to:
Unfortunately modern lifestyles do not encourage an active lifestyle due to increased use of cars, increased use of computers in the workplace and at home.
The key to enjoying physical activity is to incorporate fun activities into your everyday life.
Healthy Hearts programmes are subsidised by Evesham Vale Cardiac Rehab. Consequently the cost to you is kept to a minimum.
Initial induction and assessment is FREE.
There are two payment options:
Pay As You Go
The Healthy Hearts programme consists of one supervised session per week for twelve weeks, at the reduced cost of £2 per session.
Lump Sum Payment
You can choose to pay the subsidised cost in one payment of £20. This is a 20% reduction compared with the 'pay as you go' option.
If you choose to attend more than once a week,those extra sessions will be at the concessionary rate of £3.40.
On completion of the 12 week programme, participants will be entitled to a 12 month concessionary membership which entitles you to a discount on the gym, swimming, badminton, table tennis and health suite.


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Portland. San Francisco. The other Portland. We all know about some of the traditional brew hubs across the U.S. But these days great beer is popping up all over, often outside of the predictable places and right in the city you call home. Touring a brewery and grabbing some quality pints is a fun, affordable way to spend a Saturday. In honor of the perfect beer-drinking season that is fall, we asked some city-dwellers around the country for some of their local favorites, and even did some…ehem…"research" of our own. Here, some must-hit breweries in on-the-rise beer towns.
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Date: 17 August 2018
Community urgent care services provide same-day care and advice for people with urgent, but not life threatening, physical and mental health issues. These include our GP out of hours service (GPOOH), our seven GP access hubs and four local walk-in services.
Local people tell us they find community urgent care services confusing. They aren't sure where to go for when they need urgent advice or care, and this often means they just go to A&E and wait when they could be seen elsewhere.
We want to make it easier to get advice quickly or get an urgent close to home when you need to be seen, so you don't have to wait around for hours.
We also need to plan for the expected population growth and meet new national standards. This includes introducing Urgent Treatment Centres which means we upgrade facilities at some locations with better testing services than at your own GP. We have to make sure, as always, that we spend NHS money wisely.
Patients can walk in or book urgent appointments at four Urgent Treatment Centres, at King George Hospital, Queen's Hospital, Harold Wood Polyclinic and Barking Community Hospital. Bookable appointments available at eight community urgent care service locations, and no walk-in service at Loxford Polyclinic or South Hornchurch Health Centre.
Patients can walk in or book urgent appointments at two Urgent Treatment Centres, - King George Hospital and Queen's Hospital. Bookable appointments available at ten community urgent care service locations, and no walk-in service at Harold Wood Polyclinic, Barking Community Hospital, Loxford Polyclinic or South Hornchurch Health Centre.
Both options will help to make it easier for people to choose the right service when they have an urgent health need.
No decision has been made. We want to know what people think, and will use your feedback as part of the decision-making process.
The CCG has published a document Right care, right place, first time that sets out the two options for proposed changes, and a questionnaire for people to have their say. The questionnaire is also available in an easy read version. All responses must be received by 5pm on 4 September 2018.
Throughout the consultation period, we plan to host events to talk to as many people about these proposals. Come and talk to us at the following events:
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A Guide to the More Common Literary Genres
Stories in which the element of mystery or terror plays a major
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adventure. Many stories of this genre feature a detective trying
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puzzling, and difficult to explain. Many chapters introduce intriguing
questions that make you want to read on: Why would someone want
to steal an apparently valueless book? What is causing the strange
sounds heard at the old Ashley place? How are diamonds being smuggled
out of the country? Why is Jane being followed? Mystery stories
often involve a crimewhether it be murder, theft, or kidnapping.
Espionage and spy stories, thrillers and courtroom dramas are included
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1. Write a newpaper article about the crime that occurred in your mystery novel.
2. Write an article detailing the solution to the mysterious crime committed in the novel.
3. Did your story contain any false clues, or red herrings that led you to believe other than the real facts of the mystery?
4. A red herring is an event or character designed to throw the reader off the solution to the mystery. Find 3 examples of a red herring in your novel and explain what incorrect conclusions they may lead you to make.
5. Subtle clues to a mystery are often buried in the text of the story. After completing your story return to the pages where some understated clues were introduced. Explain their subtleties or why these clues may have been missed on the first read through.
6. Locate the key event or clue that solves the mystery. Rewrite the event or clue so that the solution is doubtful and the mystery would be left unsolved.
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8. The end of a story does not necessarily solve all aspects of a mystery. Leaving readers hanging with some unanswered questions may be used as a tactic for getting someone interested in the next story written by the same author or to read the next novel in a series. Identify what questions have been left unanswered. If they are not asked in the story then think of what would happen next and raise these as mysterious questions.
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Much has been written in recent weeks about the global trend of bank de-risking. What has been noticeably absent, however, is the profound impact of this trend on nonprofit organizations, particularly humanitarian aid organizations working in global hot spots.
A lack of access to financial services, particularly the inability to transfer funds overseas, can prevent lifesaving work from being carried out and has even touched the current refugee crisis in Europe, where many aid groups are delivering assistance.
Although it may be easy to lay blame at the banks' feet, banks and charities are, in many ways, in the same boat. Both face a plethora of regulations around counter-terrorism financing, coupled with a lack of clarity on how to gauge risk. There is a perception, at least, that the slightest misstep can bring severe penalties.
At the same time, the rhetoric from regulatory bodies has created an echo chamber of "risk, risk, risk" when it comes to nonprofits. As a result, humanitarian groups often find themselves on the losing end of the risk-reward calculation.
When financial institutions delay, or refuse to make, transfers between organizations, or nonprofits are turned away as customers or have their accounts closed, organizations are left scrambling to find a way to deliver aid to places like Syria and Somalia. While banks may make a business decision to de-risk charities, charities don't de-risk their beneficiaries. Funds donated will be distributed, they say, whether through regulated channels or via cash carried across borders. If money is moved out of transparent, regulated channels, life is more difficult for legitimate nonprofits, but easier for terrorist financiers.
Charities regard the fact that starving children often live in terrorist-controlled areas as "business as usual." Government and banks aren't as comfortable with this reality. Because charities are concerned about their own risk, they've implemented stringent due diligence procedures. Consequently, terrorist abuse of legitimate charities is extremely rare.
So who is to blame when banks de-risk nonprofits (or anyone, for that matter)? Banks point to correspondent relationships, as well as government regulation. Government agencies say they can't tell banks who to keep as customers. Regulators implicate international bodies like the Financial Action Task Force. Some blame shock waves created by the government program Operation Choke Point. Charities aren't sure where to turn for answers.
U.S. counterterrorism laws and policies have forced banks into a quasi-regulatory role in the fight against terrorist financing. As a result, banks' compliance methods include close monitoring of transactions, due diligence on their customers, terrorist list-checking and other scrutiny. This is an onerous, expensive process, and banks often lean on commercial list-checking databases such as World-Check for assistance. However, the questionable veracity of these services has been well-documented in the press.
The influence of FATF in all of this cannot be understated. For years, its reports and guidance consistently asserted that nonprofits, particularly charities, pose a higher-than-average risk of terrorist abuse. However, this international standard-setter is starting to respond to the de-risking problem. Its revised best practices paper on combatting the abuse of nonprofit organizations, published in June following significant input from international aid organizations, puts a new emphasis on a risk-based approach, rather than one-size-fits-all regulation. The revised version of the paper also includes a section on de-risking, stating that wholescale termination of customers without considering their level of risk or risk mitigation measures "is not consistent with the FATF Standards."
In October, the group took further steps to tackle de-risking and issued new guidance. "This is a serious concern … de-risking may drive financial transactions underground which creates financial exclusion and reduces transparency, thereby increasing money laundering and terrorist financing risks," FATF said. Recently, FATF's executive director said that banks don't need to vet their customer's customer.
Will this new tone trickle down to banks any time soon? The law clearly hasn't caught up with the risk-based and proportional approach that FATF wants to see. Nonprofit organizations are looking to the U.S. Department of Treasury as it prepares for its mutual evaluation by FATF (a cooperative process between the U.S. and a FATF evaluation team) later this year. This time, FATF will be moving away from an emphasis on technical compliance towards effectiveness of regulations. If banks feel that they need to de-risk to avoid penalties, and de-risking is forcing charities and other entities to move their money underground, it's a pretty safe argument that government over-regulation is not effective.
Andrea Hall is a communications and outreach associate for the Charity & Security Network, a project of the Center for Effective Government. Follow her on Twitter @charitysecurity.


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Below, the 2012 edition of "the speech":
Congratulations, graduates of the class of '12!
You now depart campus and enter the world of your chosen profession. Please accept my best wishes for finding a job there. But, I digress. These remarks are supposed to give inspiration to you, not indigestion to your parents.
Right around this time of year, there's usually talk about the failure of institutions of higher learning to instill the attitudes and training necessary for success in the working world. I take issue with this assertion. In my judgement, this has never been nor should it ever be the purpose of a college degree. As far as the attitudes necessary for success in life, to my way of thinking they were supposed to have been instilled in you many years before you arrived on campus as a wide-eyed freshman.
This instillation should have happened at home as you were growing up, not in a classroom or lecture hall as young adults. What I'm talking about is the guidance your mother and father presumably gave you at every turn. Especially mom. And it would have gone something like this:
Share with others. Yes, mom was probably referring to toys and ice cream, but think about it. Leadership and success have a lot to do with the sharing of ideas, information, tips, suggestions, enthusiasm, energy, goodwill and inspiration. Esprit de corps. Departments and groups and organizations that share amongst themselves, especially the credit for jobs well done, tend to be more spirited, better focused and more productive. This is what is meant by the effective organization.
Plan ahead. Most moms I've known frowned on procrastination. They also wanted you to think about the consequences of your actions. Mothers don't like aimless drifting. Same thing goes for life as an adult. Most good things don't just happen to us by a random act of the universe. They are the result of specific actions we've taken to make them happen. We fail to make good things happen to the extent that we fail to plan for them. "If you fail to plan you're planning to fail" might sound corny but, boy, is it true.
Remember the Golden Rule. What goes around, especially in business, comes around. Make a habit of being respectful to your customers, friends, employees, colleagues, bosses, clients, retail clerks, ticket agents, hotel maids, bus drivers, and everybody else with whom you transact on any level. It will, most often, be returned to you. It's good business. In every transaction, no matter how trivial it may seem, ask yourself: How would I like to be treated if I were on the other side of this?
Stay in touch. Your mom never failed to let you know when too much time had passed between calls or texts. She wants to hear from you. So, too, never ignore your colleagues, bosses, customers, prospects, clients and partners. The people who matter in your world. Stay in contact. Reach out. Connect. Let people know you there and care.
Reserve the right to be smarter tomorrow than you are today. I'll bet your mom encouraged you to be accepting of others who may have been different. To include them. In the same way, being open to new ideas and trends is fundamental to creativity, innovation and adaptation in a changing world. This happens to be a typical trait of the most admired companies in America, too. For obvious reasons.
Be alert: Where mom might remind you to look both ways before crossing the street, the business equivalent of this admonition would be to stay up-to-date with current events. This is how you stay on top of trends and developments. It's key to making better decisions, especially ones having to do with technology and planning. Understanding what's happening in your market will make you a more intelligent practitioner of whatever you do. The better informed you are, the better decisions you'll make and the more effective you'll be.
Tell the truth. Your mom was a stickler here, with zero tolerance. In the business world or anywhere else, even half-truths can be as corrosive as outright lies. Whatever misleads and undermines spells doom, sooner or later, for the instigator. Particularly in this increasingly online world, transparency is key to sustained success because trust is currency. If you don't have it, you won't survive. In the office, untruthful is another word for "uncool".
Admit mistakes and, above all, don't cover up. You've heard it said that the cover-up is worse than the misdeed? This became a truism for good reason.
"If at first you don't succeed, try, try again". Parents, especially moms, are notorious for encouragement. It's in their job description. But it's absolutely true that sooner or later you will fail. If you don't, shame on you. You haven't reached far enough, haven't stretched yourself and you will not grow. Failure is not in failing to succeed. It's in failing to try. And try again and again.
One last thing. It's not about going out into the world to find yourself. You won't. What you must do is invent yourself. And, if need be, re-invent yourself throughout your career. And, no, there is no app for that.
Congratulations! Especially to your parents.